Unfortunately, it is a fact that millions of people choose to drive an automobile while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. This not merely puts one's life in danger and puts passengers among others in danger too, but being caught driving drunk (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI) will almost always lead to serious penalties including driver's license suspension or cancellation, fines as well as prison time. In many cases somebody who has been found guilty of DUI or DWI ultimately has an underlying substance abuse issue. The court system understands this, and it is therefore inclined to offer DUI and DWI Offenders alcohol and drug treatment instead of other extreme consequences because of their crime. Agreeing or obliging to participate in alcohol and drug rehab as a DUI/DWI Offender might not completely get rid of other penalties from the crime, but can decrease the seriousness of such consequences to a large degree. Specifically if the person willingly takes part in drug rehab and is a first-time offender. Studies show that a large proportion of people who do receive drug and alcohol treatment for a DUI/DWI offense avoid the courts for comparable charges down the road.